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Banking & Credit
Do Gas Station Credit Cards Make Sense These Days?
Co-branded fuel company cards have improved in recent years and remain highly accessible — but they still can't compete with general rewards cards in terms of value and flexibility.
May 2, 2026
Banking & Credit
5 Things to Know About the J. Crew Credit Card
Rewards earned with the J. Crew credit card are worth a lot, but for many people, that won’t be enough to outweigh the card’s shortcomings.
May 2, 2026
Investing
Money Market Account vs. Savings Account: Pros and Cons
Want to save money for your future? A savings account seems like the obvious choice. But there’s another option out there called a money market account. It’s like a hybrid between a savings account and a checking account. If you’ve been debating on opening a savings account or money market account, now might be a...
Apr 18, 2026
Budget Planner
The Dark Web: What It Is and How to Protect Yourself
The “dark web.” It’s an ominous-sounding term that crops up in discussions about internet security. So you might be wondering what the dark web is and how it can affect you. You could find yourself in trouble if your information shows up in this dark layer of the internet — and may even find your...
Apr 18, 2026
Insurance
Publish your Ebook and Earn Money: How I Made $2,000 from a Kindle Ebook
If you’ve always wanted to write a book, what are you waiting for? It’s never been easier to publish an ebook yourself on platforms like Kindle and Nook. Even if you don’t become the next Stephen King or Malcolm Gladwell, you could wind up with a nice side income.
Apr 4, 2026
Budget Planner
15 Things To Know Before Saying No To Travel Insurance
Travel insurance might seem like just another box to check when booking a trip, but skipping it can cost far more than you think. Medical emergencies and other unexpected issues can occur. Before you decide it's not worth it, here are 15 important facts to consider. Read through this list and see why travel insurance...
Apr 18, 2026
Debt Management
11 Health Insurance Questions You Need Answered When Accepting a New Job
New jobs are exciting, and it’s easy to miss some important details. Always make sure you ask these 11 important health insurance questions.
Apr 18, 2026
Budget Planner
Saying ‘Thank You’ to Military Personnel — One Transaction at a Time
Are you a veteran or currently serving in the U.S. armed forces? We found over 100 companies that offer military discounts as a small token of their appreciation.
Apr 18, 2026
Budget Planner
Can I Use My Credit Card for Online Gambling?
You can try to use a credit card for online gambling, but it might not always be accepted as a payment method.
May 2, 2026
Debt Management
4 Ways Community College Can Save You $15K or More on a Bachelor’s Degree
Here’s how a community college transfer could save you $12,000 on student loan debt.
Apr 18, 2026
Budget Planner
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Kaz Weida is a senior staff writer at The Penny Hoarder covering saving money and budgeting. As a journalist, she has written about a wide array of topics including finance, health, politics, education, and technology for the last decade. Her focus is on educating readers and making a difference in their daily lives. Her work has been featured in Salt Lake City Weekly, Huffington Post, Forbes, Popular Mechanics and many more. Kaz lives in the Salt Lake Valley with her partner, two children, and a senior rescue dog named Foxx.
Apr 18, 2026
Insurance
Learn the Ways of the Financial World through Video Games
Video games offer a way to escape and have a little fun. But did you know they can also act as tools for financial education? This could be as simple as teaching kids about budgeting, but could also influence a career in the finance world. We’ll look at how some existing games simulate real-world economic...
Apr 18, 2026